In a Facebook post released yesterday, Pangasinan Congressman Jumel Espino said that he has coordinated with the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH), the Philippine National Police (PNP), and local government units (LGU) to recommend the temporary closure of the route because of recent mishaps.

The official added that the local government now also has to deal with the trash left behind by tourists. “Ito po ang isa sa pinaka masama na nangyayari sa Daang Kalikasan,” Espino said referring to the rampant littering.